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Diarrhea - Giardia Facts
This page contains links to eMedTV Diarrhea Articles containing information on subjects from Diarrhea to Giardia Facts. The information is organized alphabetically; the "Favorite Articles" contains the top articles on this page. Links in the box will take you directly to the articles; those same links are available with a short description further down the page.
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Diarrhea

Diarrhea is a symptom in which watery, loose stools occur more than three times a day. This eMedTV article presents an overview of diarrhea, including details about its possible causes, how it may lead to dehydration, and when to see a doctor for it.

Diarrhea Causes

There are many possible causes of diarrhea, such as viral infections, bacterial infections, and parasites. This eMedTV article discusses these and other diarrhea causes, such as Crohn's disease, lactose intolerance, and medications such as digoxin.

Diarrhea Cure

In most cases, the best diarrhea cure is time. However, as explained in this portion of the eMedTV archives, there is no cure for diarrhea that results from Crohn's disease; the condition may cause intermittent diarrhea throughout a lifetime.

Diarrhea Diet

For people trying to treat or prevent diarrhea, diet is an important consideration. This eMedTV segment provides dietary tips for people recovering from acute diarrhea and offers suggestions for preventing traveler's diarrhea when traveling abroad.

Diarrhea in Children

Children with diarrhea can become dehydrated quickly, which may lead to serious health problems. This eMedTV article discusses diarrhea in children, including details about what may cause it and tips on how to identify signs of dehydration.

Diarrhea Information

Diarrhea Symptoms

When people have diarrhea, symptoms that may accompany it may include nausea, bloating, and fever. This eMedTV article identifies other symptoms that may occur along with diarrhea, including those that may indicate a serious health problem.

Diarrhea Treatment

In many cases of diarrhea, treatment may only involve replacing lost fluids to prevent dehydration. This eMedTV resource discusses treatment of diarrhea caused by bacterial infections, medical conditions (such as celiac disease), and other problems.

Dirrhea

Diarrhea is characterized by loose, watery stools occurring more than three times a day. This eMedTV segment provides a brief overview of diarrhea and provides a link to more information. Dirrhea is a common misspelling of diarrhea.

Giardia

This portion of the eMedTV library explains how Giardia -- a one-celled, microscopic parasite -- causes illness in humans, and also provides information on symptoms, treatment, and how to prevent an infection.

Giardia Facts

This eMedTV segment offers valuable Giardia facts on transmission, symptoms, and prevention methods. Information is also presented describing the parasite, where it can be found, and how common it is.